Senior Applied Research Scientist

2 weeks ago


San Francisco, California, United States Capital One Financial Corp Full time
Location: Center, United States of America
Position: Applied Researcher II
Company Overview:
At Capital One, we are dedicated to developing trustworthy and efficient AI systems that are transforming the banking landscape for the better. For years, we have been at the forefront of the industry, leveraging machine learning to create intelligent, automated customer experiences in real-time.

Our applications of AI and ML enhance customer interactions, from alerting them about unusual transactions to providing instant responses to inquiries. We are committed to assembling world-class applied science and engineering teams to maintain our industry-leading capabilities, delivering innovative product experiences and scalable, high-performance AI infrastructure.

Team Overview:
The AI Foundations team plays a pivotal role in actualizing our vision for AI at Capital One. Our work encompasses every facet of the research lifecycle, from collaborating with academic institutions to developing production systems. We partner with product, technology, and business leaders to implement cutting-edge AI solutions in our operations.

Key Responsibilities:
As a member of our team, you will:
1. Collaborate with a diverse group of data scientists, software engineers, machine learning engineers, and product managers to create AI-driven products that redefine customer engagement with their finances.
2. Utilize a comprehensive technology stack, including Pytorch, AWS Ultraclusters, Huggingface, Lightning, VectorDBs, and more, to extract insights from vast amounts of numerical and textual data.
3. Develop AI foundation models through all stages of the process, from design to training, evaluation, validation, and deployment.
4. Engage in impactful applied research to advance the latest AI innovations and integrate them into next-generation customer experiences.
5. Use your interpersonal skills to translate complex concepts into clear business objectives.

Ideal Candidate Profile:
The ideal candidate will possess the following attributes:
- A passion for analysis and creation, with a commitment to making decisions that benefit our customers.
- An innovative mindset, continuously exploring and assessing emerging technologies, while staying updated on state-of-the-art methods and applications.
- A creative approach to problem-solving, thriving on defining and addressing significant challenges.
- Leadership qualities, challenging conventional wisdom and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance existing processes.
- Technical proficiency in open-source languages, with a strong desire to develop further, including hands-on experience in building AI foundation models using open-source tools and cloud platforms.
- A deep understanding of AI methodologies and a proven track record in delivering scalable models across various domains, including language, images, events, or graphs.

Qualifications:
- PhD with a minimum of 2 years of experience in Applied Research, or a Master’s degree with at least 4 years of relevant experience.
- Preferred qualifications include a PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Computer Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, or related fields.

Capital One is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals without regard to any protected status.



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